Only the skeleton remains of this cup and saucer by Kato Yoshiyasu enclosd in the original signed wooden box. This piece is truly reminiscent of the pod of the Japanese lantern flower, after the flower has deteriorated, leaving behind a framework of such delicate frailty. It is 11.5 x 10.5 x 9.8 cm (4-1/2 x 4-1/4 x 4 inches) and in excellent condition, directly from the artist this year...

A circular box in the shape of a Suzu (Bell) enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Daigo Hanami no Suzu Kashiki (Daigo Flower Festival Bell Shaped Sweets Dish). The container is made of turned wood covered in Suzu-no-ko powdered metal and black lacquer. It is 17 cm (7 inches) diameter and in overall fine condition. Daigo-ji is a historic Buddhist temple in Kyoto known for its stunning cherry blossoms and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Set of Six Japanese Arita Bowls, Thistles. Circa 1780~1820.

A set if six Arita bowls decorated with drawings of thistles. Seems to be an unusual subject in Arita ceramics especially considering the style of depiction. Late 18th early 19th century.

Hand-thrown so slight differences in diameter but all approximately 15cm. All perfect. One, shown in pictures, has a kiln fault on the surface in the form of a slim line...

Asa (hemp) kimono with kasuri pattern whose warp and weft are hand plied. Kasuri motifs are crane, pine tree, cherry blossom, stone lantern etc. It is made in Ohmi in Shiga prefecture. It has a bit stiff texture. In good condition. Meiji period (1868-1912) W:120cm, L:131cm

A large sculpture of interlaced coils containing a glistening membrane by Goto Miho enclosed in the original signed wooden box from her Heartbeat of the Skin series. It is 50 x 24 x 19.5 cm (roughly 20 x 9-1/2 x 8 inches) and is in excellent condition, directly from the artist. When prompted about her message she said: I feel that there is something vaguely present that is never visible in my everyday life...

A ceramic dish in the shape and texture of a wooden tray dating from the Edo period enclosed in an age blackened wooden box titled Yakimono Rokusun Kaku-zara. It is roughly 17.5 cm (7 inches) square, 4 cm (1-1/2 inches) tall. There are a few very old lacquer repairs to chips around the edge, which only serve to enhance the antique feeling.

Rarely encountered oversized Japanese woodblock print of an abstract landscape scene by Toshi Yoshida (1911-1995) pencil-titled "Unknown" (Michi no) in the bottom margin. Pencil-signed, dated 1968, and numbered 108/150. Paper size: 17 7/8" x 24" (image: 15 11/16" x 22 1/4"). Good overall condition with no tape or tape stains on the back. The print is slightly toned and soiled. There is foxing on the back that shows through slightly on the front in the background sky areas and margins.

Cotton noren with tsutsugaki carp motif. Handwoven cotton and vegetable indigo dye. It is from "Matsubara" studio. Masubara Sadakichi was the first craftsperson of the studio and recognized as a Living National Treasure for Nagaita Chugata (stencil-resist dye, mainly for yukata) and his grandson Matsubara Nobuo was also recognized as it too. It has a sign of the studio "Matsubara". In good condition except for very light stain in the tail in one of the carp. 20th century. W:37.5cm, L:148cm

An aka-Raku Chawan decorated with a phoenix by Jusanken Kikko sealed on bottom with what appears to read “the 7th Kyoto Gosho Hakurankai enclosed in the original signed wooden box. It is 12 cm ( just less than 5 inches) diameter, 89 cm (3-1/8 inches) tall and is in excellent condition.
Kikko Jihei (the firs Jusoken, 1784-1861) was born in Kaminada Village, Iyo country (mod. Ōzu City, Ehime Prefecture), as the eldest son of Todara Genbei, a retainer of the domain...

An incredible early Shino Mizusashi enclosed in a lozenge shaped red lacquered wooden storage box in turn enclosed in an outer heavy storage box showing the value placed upon it. The vessel is created in a lightning shape, with abstract incense clock designs and fern fronds in iron under the thin feldspathic glaze. It features a black lacquered wooden lid. The water storage vessel is 20 x 15 x 18 cm (8 x 6 x 7 inches) and is in excellent condition...

1900's Chinese/Japanese Peachbloom Gilt Painted Porcelain Vase

It is 6.4 inches (16.2 cm) tall by 4.9 inches (12.5 cm) wide. It is 1.5 lb.

It has dark spots, glaze crazing, rubbing of gold, surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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1910's Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Shippo Vase with Crane

It is 18.2 inches (46.2 cm) tall by 7.2 inches (18.2 cm) wide. It is 4 Lb.

It is tarnished and has minor missing enamels, and surface wears and scratches (as seen in the photos).

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Cotton Kurume kasuri futonji with square pattern. Kurume in Fukuoka Pref. in Kyushu has been one of the main product places of indigo dyed cotton kasuri since late Edo period (early 19th century). It is made of hand-spun cotton that means probably it was made before Meiji 15 (1882) Vegetable indigo dyed with light indigo color, called "Mizuma" in Japanese. In good condition except for one mending patch in the top and small two in the lower corner and a tiny hole. Late 19th century...

An antique Japanese Kuruma Tansu (wheeled chest) made of Kuri (Chestnut) and Sugi (Cryptomeria) woods. Horizontal slats adorn all four sides of the Tansu. All original hand forged iron hardware including the 4 corner rings used to attach ropes to move this chest from place to place. Interior has a center shelf and two small drawers for added storage.

Age: Early Meiji Era (1870-1880)

Dimensions: 40 1/2" Wide by 40 1/2" High by 21" Deep

Japanese antique porcelain Hirado ware figure of a puppy. Charming expression and details. Wearing a flowered collar tied with a bow.
Hirado ware was first developed in the village of Mikawachi located in the area of Kyushu which was, along with neighboring islands, controlled by the Hirado daimyo. Initially Hirado ware was made exclusively for the daimyo's use. Later, Hirado ware found it's way west through Japan's trade with the Dutch East Indian Company...

An antique Japanese Choba Tansu (merchant chest) in 2 sections made of Hinoki (Cypress) and Sugi (Cryptomeria) woods. All original hand forged iron hardware and constructed using hardened wood nails...

An antique Japanese Isho Tansu in 3 sections made of Kiri (Paulownia) and Sugi (Cryptomeria) woods. All original bronze hardware and hardened wood nail construction. Upper section features 2 sliding doors behind which a split level shelf and small drawer resides. The center section features hinged doors that hides 4 Kimono trays. The bottom section features 3 full width drawers for additional textile storage.

Age: Taisho era (1912-1926)

Dimensions: 46 3/8" Wide by 59 1/" High ...

Edo-period Tetsu Sabiji Yasurime Menpō, a refined example of samurai facial armor featuring a russet iron finish with deliberate yasurime—scribed diagonal lines that add both texture and symbolism to the surface.
This menpō retains its original red lacquer interior, and features white horsehair whiskers above the lip, a detail that enhances its lifelike presence. The attached yodarekake is composed of iron plates, lacquered leather, and hand-laced cotton cord.
Now mounted on a ...